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Recent obituaries in Salem, ohio
Ella Louise Wagner
May 9, 2026
Ella Louise Wagner, 69, of Salem, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 9, 2026, at her home, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and a kitchen that was always open. Born on June 7, 1956, in Troy, New York, to the late George Henry and Vivian Sylvia Wood, Ella spent her life proving that...
Jeany Lynn Hutcheson
May 6, 2026
Jeany Lynn Hutcheson (Jeany Lynn Dilling), a woman whose heart was as big as her smile and whose spirit was as warm as a fresh-baked batch of cookies, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at UPMC Montefiore in Pittsburgh. Born on November 12, 1959, in Salem, Ohio, Jeany spent 66 years filling the lives of those around her...
Nancy Brink
May 5, 2026
It is with deep love and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Nancy Mae (Chidester) Brink, who departed from this life on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Salem Regional Medical Center. Born on April 8, 1950, in Salem, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jesse Jerald and Helen Ruth (Nannah) Chidester.
Nancy graduated from Beaver Local...
Sixto "Lou" Rodriguez
May 4, 2026
Sixto "Lou" Louis Rodriguez 72, of Girard, died on Monday, May 4, 2026, 3:14 PM, at Warren Nursing & Rehab.
He was born in Havana, Cuba on June 15, 1953.
There are no services planned.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services of Salem, Ohio.
Walter Liebhart
May 3, 2026
Walter George Liebhart 96, slipped silently and sweetly into the presence of Jesus on May 3, 2026. He was a strong, stoic, and kind man of God who deeply loved and cared for his family.
A lifelong resident of Salem, Walter was born on December 26, 1929, he was the youngest child of Joseph and Katherine (Stieger) Liebhart. He joins his...
Betty Smith
May 2, 2026
Betty Jean Smith 77, of Warren, died at 4:50 PM on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at Washington Square Healthcare in Warren, Ohio.
She was born to her mother Fannie Mae Smith on February 16, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan.
There are to be no services.
Arrangements were made by the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services of Salem.
Julia Elaine Miller
Apr 27, 2026
Julia Elaine Miller, a woman whose heart was as expansive as the country landscape she called home, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2026, at the age of 72. For Julia, home was truly where the heart was, and she spent her life creating a sanctuary of warmth for her family on East Garfield Road. A dedicated homemaker in every...
Danny Lee Koster
Apr 22, 2026
Danny Lee Koster, age 72, of Perry Township, Salem, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026. Born on June 18, 1953, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Danny was the son of a hardworking city where he grew up, attended school, and graduated before eventually finding his home in the Salem community.
By trade, Danny was a skilled auto mechanic. Whether he...
Pedro Jose Vargas
Apr 19, 2026
Pedro Jose Vargas 51, of Buffalo, New York, died at 7:55 PM on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Mercy Health - St. Joseph Warren Hospital.
He was born October 23, 1974, in Bronx, New York.
There are no services planned at this time.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services of Salem.
John Wright
Apr 14, 2026
John Wright 59, of Warren, passed away at 4:25 AM on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at Continuing Healthcare at the Ridge, in Mineral Ridge, Ohio.
He was born on January 5, 1967, in Warren, Ohio, the son of the late John and Jewell (Steeter) Wright Sr.
There are no services planned at this time.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of the Greenisen...
Charles Barnard
Apr 6, 2026
Charles Barnard, 79 of Lisbon, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026.
He was born March 2, 1947 in Lisbon, Ohio, the son of the late Cecil and Anna Belle (Dotson) Barnard.
He is survived by his daughter Melissa Sue Rockwell of East Liverpool, Ohio.
There are no services planned per Charles's wishes.
Arrangements were made by the Arbaugh-Pearce-Greenisen & Sons Funeral and Cremation...
Rebecca Rae Milhoan
Apr 5, 2026
Rebecca Rae (Fry) Milhoan, a woman whose heart was as warm as the beaches she loved, passed away peacefully at her home in Salem on Sunday, April 5, 2026, at the age of 81.
Born on November 1, 1944, in Youngstown, Ohio, to the late Raymond Charles and Winifred Joan (Smith) Fry, Rebecca grew up with a spirited soul. In her...
Ronda Agee
Apr 4, 2026
Ronda Jean (Burbick) Agee, a woman whose life was defined by an unwavering devotion to others, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, at 10:25 PM at the Hospice House in Poland, Ohio. Born on October 15, 1974, in Youngstown, Ronda carried a bright spirit and a nurturing heart through her fifty-one years, leaving an indelible mark on every life...
Joseph Sulka
Mar 24, 2026
After a long battle with cancer, Joseph Sulka passed peacefully in the early morning of March 24, 2026. He was blessed to be in the care of the incredible staff of Hospice of the Valley. His family are grateful for their loving and thorough work. Joe was born in Youngstown on November 5, 1943, during the height of WWII. His...
Richard "Dick" Scott Jackson
Mar 23, 2026
SALEM – Some men are measured by the titles they hold, but Richard “Dick” Scott Jackson was measured by the ripples he left in the water, the divots he replaced on the fairway, and the steady, quiet love he gave to his hometown. Dick played his final round and cast his last line on Monday, March 23, 2026, passing away...
Dane Allen Martin SR
Mar 21, 2026
A Final Set for the "Fedora Bandit"
On March 21, 2026, the music got a little quieter and the world a little less sharp-dressed as Dane Allen Martin took his final bow. At 11:55 PM, surrounded by love at the Hospice House in Poland, Ohio, Dane transitioned from this life to the great jazz lounge in the sky.
Born in Columbus, Ohio, on...
Charles Lee Hoffmaster Jr.
Mar 20, 2026
Charles Lee Hoffmaster Jr., 64, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2026, at his home in Washingtonville, Ohio.
Born on February 7, 1962, in Youngstown, Ohio, he was the son of the late Charles Lee and Diane (Baker) Hoffmaster Sr.
Charles was a 1980 graduate of Columbiana High School and went on to serve his country in the United States Navy. He...
The obituaries in the Salem, Ohio area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of Salem, Ohio's history and identity.
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